"[Siân Griffiths"s writing] is as tough and lovely as a flower blooming in gravel."—Amina Gautier, author of At-Risk"Tough-minded and feisty as the prodigal daughter at its heart."—Lance Olsen, author of Calendar of RegretsOnce an Olympic hopeful, Joannie returns to her hometown and finds herself entangled in an abusive affair.